Question

Edward is playing a game where he draws cards with integers on them from a deck of cards. If the integer is positive he moves forward that many steps, if the integer is negative he moves back that many steps. Edward drew the following cards: 3, -3, -4, 5, 10, -7.

Where does Edward end up in relation to where he started?

A) 4 steps behind where he started.
B) 4 steps in front of where he started.
C) 32 steps behind where he started.
D) 32 steps in front of where he started.

Answer 1

• B) 4 steps in front of where he started.

Explanation:

Edward drew the following cards: 3, -3, -4, 5, 10, -7

He follows the steps:

• 3 -3 - 4 + 5 + 10 - 7 = 4

Positive 4 means 4 steps ahead

Correct option is B)